Teacher – Beatles Education Officer
Notre Dame Catholic College and Sixth Form
Liverpool
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 1/4/2023
- Apply by:
- 5 December 2022
Job overview
In 2012 Resonate, The Music Education Hub for Liverpool was established as the lead strategic body for music education in the city, led by Notre Dame Catholic College in partnership with Liverpool's family of schools, Live Music Now, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and Liverpool City Council.
Resonate is funded by the Arts Council England and operates as a gateway of opportunity for Liverpool’s young musicians. In the last three years over 40,000 pupils in Liverpool had access to outstanding music opportunities which will impact their lives and enhance our city.
In 2020 Resonate embarked on a new collaboration with Accent Music Education Hub focused on the delivery of music lessons in Warrington and Halton schools. This new step extends our reach to 277 schools across three Local Authority areas.
This is a truly unique position, a first for music education nationally and a position that we have no doubt will influence a new generation of Beatles fans.
We are looking to appoint a qualified teacher to be our Beatles Music Education Officer. The successful applicant will work with our schools and within our wider network of partner organisations to bring the music of the Beatles to a new audience.
Working with our partners The Cavern and The Beatles Story, Resonate has secured funding to create this new approach to strengthening the legacy of The Beatles amongst younger audiences.
As a Teacher of Music specialising in The Beatles you will have a wealth of knowledge about The Beatles and have a clear vision for using the Beatles as a stimulus for curriculum music planning.
We are looking to recruit an inspirational teacher who is dynamic, creative and ambitious. Someone who is dedicated to music, and committed to creating new opportunities for young people to take part.
You will have the skills to deliver workshops, produce teaching resources, oversee projects and lead rehearsals in a variety of school settings across all phases, where you will inspire an interest in the music of The Beatles. The sessions you deliver will have performing, singing, composing and improvisation as a focus, using The Beatles as your stimulus and repertoire.
You will be able to work with a variety of partners, schools and organisations to develop new educational resources inspired by the music and cultural relevance of The Beatles.
In return, we can offer the right candidate the chance to be creative and innovative, and to make a real difference to children’s lives. We offer excellent progression and professional development opportunities. We will support you all the way.
Notre Dame Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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About Notre Dame Catholic College and Sixth Form
- Notre Dame Catholic College and Sixth Form
- 180 Great Homer Street, Liverpool
- Merseyside
- L5 5AF
- United Kingdom
Here at Notre Dame Catholic College, our motto is "Do Small Things With Great Love"
Established in 1869 and founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. Until 2012, the school was an all-girls school and became fully co-educational in 2016.
Now a mixed, non-selective, Catholic secondary school with sixth form, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in Liverpool and has approximately 890 students on record.
Built in 2013, our school boasts amazing state of the art facilities, and visitors are always impressed when they see the modern and bright layout of our open plan building. Amongst other things we have:
- First class Dance and Drama Studio
- State of the Art Science Labs
- Engaging Art facilities
- An on-site Catholic Chapel
- Use of Everton Park Sports Centre
Being just 2 miles from the City Centre, we also benefit from our amazing location. With great transport links we are easily accessed from all surrounding area including Cheshire, Wirral, North Wales, Lancashire and Halton.
The former capital of culture, Liverpool is a growing and vibrant city with strong musical and footballing heritage. There are many places to visit, and things to do in the city and we are also just 5 miles from the coast and the stunning beaches of Crosby and Formby.
There are some challenging socio-economic factors in parts of Liverpool, which are reflected in the school's intake. For example, the proportion of students eligible for free school meals is much higher than average. There are more students with special educational needs than the national average. The school is nonetheless a true comprehensive, with a wide ability range reflecting a social mix, and it has many very bright, enthusiastic and passionate youngsters. We are also at the centre of our community. This is a school where you can make a real difference.
In 2019, the secondary school was identified as requires improvement by Ofsted. However our summer results have demonstrated significant progress, providing a solid platform for maintaining our momentum towards improving outcomes for our pupils.
Values and vision
The secondary school wants to challenge students to be the best version of themselves in everything they do – academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. It wants students to develop the qualities of optimism, confidence and imagination, along with the ability to think for themselves. Citizenship is at the heart of the school, and it guides students to contribute positively to the local, national and international community. Notre Dame Catholic College’s vision is to be a welcoming environment where everyone is treated equally and it nurtures students to become reflective and creative thinkers. The Liverpool school encourages students to get involved with fundraising and supports a number of charities. Students can participate in the school’s wide range of enrichment activities to further their interests and learn new skills.
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